{"product_id":"torso-di-perseo","title":"Perseus - Marble bust 35 cm","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"65\"\u003eTorso of Perseus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a reproduction in Carrara marble inspired by the famous bronze sculpture by \u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"168\"\u003eBenvenuto Cellini\u003c\/strong\u003e, created between 1545 and 1554 and considered one of the most famous statues in Florence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eThis statue represents a part of the hero’s figure, capturing his heroic essence and the physical perfection typical of classical representations. Greek art, with its idealized forms and the cult of heroism, finds in this reproduction a perfect expression of its style and philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eThe figure of Perseus has been a much-loved subject in classical art: numerous sculptures and frescoes depict him in various poses and moments of his life. His torso recalls the original statues found in archaeological excavations, many of which were part of temples or sacred places, where they were revered as symbols of courage and virtue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eThis reproduction is inspired by those ancient masterpieces, bringing a fragment of history, myth, and culture into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"yr0aoa\" data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e reconstituted Carrara marble\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-patinated\u003cbr data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e marble\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 x 16 x 11 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eStatue height without base:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 kg\u003cbr data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e made in Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003eAs this is a handcrafted and finished material, the product may show slight differences compared to the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8h1d90\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eHistorical curiosities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003ePerseus is mainly remembered for killing the Gorgon Medusa, saving Andromeda from a sea monster, who later became his wife, and for being king of Tiryns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eAccording to myth, he gave up the throne of Argos in favor of Megapenthes and founded the city of Mycenae, one of the most important civilizations of the ancient Greek world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eFrom his wife Andromeda, he had many children, including Electryon, his heir and grandfather of Heracles, and Gorgophone, mother of Icarius and grandmother of Penelope, wife of Odysseus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10t7u1m\" data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eTo keep the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eTorso of Perseus\u003c\/strong\u003e always shining, it is recommended to clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003eIf necessary, use a slightly damp cloth with warm water, drying the sculpture thoroughly immediately after cleaning to prevent stains or halos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2358\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAvoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/realta-aumentata-icon25_32x32.png?v=1651825474\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Augmented Reality\" href=\"https:\/\/museum-shop-pompei.myshopify.com\/pages\/augmented-reality-museum-shop\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about how to display it in your space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Museum Shop Italy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32080834232423,"sku":"ISACTORSOPERSEO","price":157.11,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/3547\/6583\/files\/replica-marble-perseus-bust-classical-art.webp?v=1771694130","url":"https:\/\/www.museum-shop.co.uk\/products\/torso-di-perseo","provider":"Museum Shop Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}